Median Income
$58,643
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$158,300
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$567
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.7%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.0%
52% lower than US avg
How Stanton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population494
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density950/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Veterans4.7%
Economy
B+
Median Income$58,643
Per Capita$56,477
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$1,331M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$158,300
Rent$567
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$182,365
Rent Burden25.3%
Health
Obesity45.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute30 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries1
Is Stanton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stanton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stanton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Stanton is $58,643, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stanton is $158,300, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $567 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Stanton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Stanton has a population of 494 with a density of 950 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (61.1%), with 37.4% White, 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
The median household income in Stanton is $58,643, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,643 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $56,477 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,439 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,445 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 412 |
| County GDP | $1,331M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 51 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,547 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 94.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Stanton is $158,300, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $567 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $182,365.
Home Values
| Census Median | $158,300 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $182,365 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $567 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 25.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,547 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.61% |
In Stanton, 45.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Stanton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.7% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.0% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.5% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.7% |
| Premature Death | 16,656/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Stanton has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 57.8 inches |
| 52% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 950/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4613°N, 89.4014°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 47075 |